As spring break becomes an increasingly travel-based event for millions of students across the country, many students are opting for an alternative spring break plan to spend a week having fun while also making an impact on their communities. If you are looking for service opportunities during Spring Break, there are many ideas and resources throughout your community. A few ideas include volunteering at a local food bank, animal shelter, or non-profit agency. Museums, Spring Break camps, and wildlife centers are always looking for volunteers as well. There are also numerous chances to run or walk in a charity race with friends or even volunteer around your neighborhood or local community events.
One way to start searching for volunteer opportunities is to visit our website at http://www.vcnt.org/volunteers.html through our new Volunteer Connection tool.
Here are some students serving in your community:
How can you get involved in your community, whether it's Spring Break, a National Service Day, or any day of the week?
